You guys. Before I can even get into my post, I have to tell you that these lovely striped d'orsay flats from my previous post here are back in stock at Nordstrom. I have been putting this on all my social media channels that it is imperative for you buy them while you can! I promise you won't regret it!! They fit true to size for me, but if you are in between sizes, I would size up.
Ok, glad that's out of my system!
Sunnies: Tom Ford | Necklaces: My Name Necklace, Express | Top: Dillard's (option, option) | Bracelet: Express | Pants: Gap (option, option, same but in blue camo) | Bag: Kate Spade | Shoes: Valentino
I had such an aversion to camo for a long time. I owned a pair of camo pants about a decade ago and I never ever wore them. I ended up donating that pair, and ever since, I just felt like I didn't need them since I never wore them back in the day. But something has clicked in me and I've realized that camo is quite versatile.
Left: Metallic Camo | Right: Just for Fun
Since my last two looks were a little funky, I loved the idea of making camo a little more feminine by pairing it with blush - a chiffon, ruffle hem top plus a blush patent bag. The chunky necklace and cuff along with the stud shoes have the edge that I like, but I think overall, this is more frilly than I have done with these pants in the past. This may actually be my favorite of the three looks, what do you think?
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I love the mix of hard and soft here. The blush color is so pretty!
ReplyDeletehttp://www.kathrineeldridge.com
Thank you, Katherine!
DeleteI do love the blush ruffled and studded shoes better. The other choices look alittle more "plain jane" as compared to your top lovely ensemble. I may have owned camo JNCOs back in the day when those were popular. I am glad you are finding love in your camo pants. Rachel xo
ReplyDeleteI know what you mean - I feel like the blush pairing is more girly and glam vs. the other two looks which are more laid back and maybe more casual? And OMG! JNCOs! So funny! I didn't have any, but I certainly had a pair that could pass for them! haha so funny.
DeleteThat blush top is perfect with the camo pants. Loving the mix of soft with rough. The Valentino Spiked Heels and gorgeous Patent Leather Kate Spade Bag are perfect with that top. And WOW Express makes customized name necklaces, now? =)
ReplyDeleteI actually layered an Express necklace with a personalized necklace! I never thought to layer name necklaces with other necklaces! I love that little detail! And yes - soft and rough is one of my favorite combos!
DeleteThank you!
Blush definitely pairs really well with camo and I love the juxtaposition of edgy & feminine. it's very YOU I can see why it's your favorite! I think my favorite is the graphic tee and camo pants version, just because that's the one I could myself wearing the most! I'm okay with looking "plain jane" as stated 2 comments up. :)
ReplyDeleteGina -- On the Daily Express
That's funny because I think a lot of people's definitions of "plain" would vary. Which I don't think is good or bad or right or wrong. I would actually consider the blush combo the most "plain" simply because I didn't pattern mix at all and to me it's safe in terms of color pairings. I could definitely see you most in the graphic tee version though! For sure!
DeleteLove the camo paired with other girly pieces! Great combo! Fun seeing the other ways you have styled it as well.
ReplyDeletexo, Amy Ann
The Real Arnolds
Thank you! I always love pulling out past looks so you guys can see other styling ideas! Plus I like to see them myself - it's fun!
DeleteI love how you make the camp pants look feminine with the blush blouse and accessories. Perfection!
ReplyDeletehttp://redreticule.com
Thanks so much! Girly and edgy - can't go wrong!
DeleteI'm with you on the camo pants....I resisted for MANY years, but now I could have multiple pairs!!! I fall in love with every pair I see in any store! Anyway, the blush you paired them with is lovely! I love the soft/hard, feminine/edgy look! And once again, I find myself envying your bag collection!!
ReplyDeleteKellie @ www.ie-style.com
Aww, thanks, girl! And glad you can relate! I'm glad I found this Gap pair. Pants outside of Express are hard for me in terms of fit. But these are really great!
DeleteI've no idea why you didn't wear this pants, because you look amazing in this pair of como pants! :) And I adore your heels <3
ReplyDeletehttp://crafty-zone.blogspot.com/
You're so sweet, girl, thank you! I'm sure this won't be the last time you see the camo on the blog!
DeleteLove how girly you made this camo! I have completely avoided the print at all costs but keep seeing such cute ways to wear it, may have to reconsider?
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Jasmin
www.jasmindaily.com
Yes, absolutely! If I can rock them, I KNOW you can!
DeleteI love the camo pants! I've also been against them for a while, but everyone is making them look so cute! I might be caving...
ReplyDeleteNicole
www.nicoletothenines.blogspot.com
Yes, cave! I would love to see you style them also!!
DeleteThe camo looks really sweet with the blush pink - that is a perfect color pairing! I don't currently own any camo, but I definitely think that I need a pair of green pants (camo or not)!
ReplyDeleteYes - olive for sure if you can't find or don't want to do camo! I have a new appreciation for olive lately!
DeleteWhen I put together my camo looks a few weeks ago, I really wanted to do blush but I didn't have anything in my closet that color. I think this whole look is fabulous right down to the bag and shoes. I also love the sweet ruffles against the tough camo.
ReplyDeleteI loved your camo looks so much! I don't have much blush in my wardrobe to be honest. I'm glad I had this top handy!
DeleteDue to a similar experience with my past como pants I have been staying away from them for a long while now. Seeing this post, especially the pants with that feminine top I NEEEEEEEDDD them! Carylee seriously, that shopping date we've been talking about should happen, and soon because I think you could convince me to try out many things I haven't lately. :-) My favorite is the first look as it is the perfect mix of super girly and tough. I like these kind of combos the best and find them original. Ok I just relooked and saw the Valentino's. Stop it girlie, I need to go sleep, not start online shopping/lusting. :-)))) XOXO, Elif @theboxqueen
ReplyDeleteAwwwww! You are so funny, girl! YES! Let's plan a shopping date! How fun and dangerous would that be! I need to make my way out to the PNW! Would seriously be so fun!
DeleteGet thee some camo, woman!
I've been DYING for a pair of camo pants. I can't find my old pair, lol! You look great and I love how you styled it here. Very nice!
ReplyDelete~Whitney
www.whitneynicjames.com
Ha! I hope you find your perfect pair (old or new-hehe)!
DeleteThanks so much!